Eccentric Contractions + Thought Provokers

Eccentric Contractions + Thought Provokers

Eccentric contractions require greater cortical involvement. The brain lights up during eccentric actions. How we learn anatomy doesn’t always explain how anatomy works. I’m sure somewhere along your anatomy journey, you covered how muscles work and how...
Before you ask, “Is there a study on…?”

Before you ask, “Is there a study on…?”

I can’t tell you how many times a week I get an email or DM that starts like that. It’s cool. I really enjoy the inquiries. Keep them coming. It’s just that 9 times out of 10,  the question doesn’t have enough information for me to help point you in the right direction. I need to know far more information than the general topic. Sure, there is research on stretching, squats, yoga therapy, joint mobility, fascia, foam rolling, etc. Actually a lot more than you can probably consume in a lifetime!

Eccentric Contractions + Thought Provokers

What is Your Role as a Teacher?

We’re currently on break between Modules 1 and 2 of my 300hr TT. This year’s training is such a rich experience, we’re all going back to our notes and reviewing the lectures with extra thirst. Simultaneously, we’re devouring the upcoming...
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Learning to Learn

I’ve been doing a lot of teaching and even more mentoring during this last year. Seriously, the number of one-on-one and small group zoom calls I have each week is staggering. Hey, I’m not complaining. I actually find these calls to be one of the most...
Eccentric Contractions + Thought Provokers

Isometric or Passive Stretch + Thought Provoker

Yes, it’s true. People email me or slide into my DMs and ask how they should be stretching, or what the best way is. If you’re anything like me or have trained with me, you’re probably thinking, “What outcomes are you trying to achieve?”...
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Introducing Thought Provokers

I have some special content to share with you today. I call them Thought Provokers. If you’ve read my book, you might remember a series of sidebars, also called Thought Provokers. These were opportunities for me to pose questions for you, insightful questions...